§ 383.77 Substitute for driving skills tests for drivers with military CMV experience.

§ 383.91 Commercial motor vehicle groups.

§ 383.93 Endorsements.

§ 383.95 Restrictions.

§ 383.113 Required skills.

§ 383.131 Test manuals.

§ 383.133 Test methods.

§ 383.153 Information on the CLP and CDL documents and applications.

Part 383

Section § 383.153: Information on the CLP and CDL documents and applications.

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Question 8: May a State issue a commercial driver’s license (CDL) without a color photograph?

Guidance:

Yes, if requiring a photograph (whether in color or black and white) would violate a driver’s religious beliefs. The issuing State must determine whether a driver’s objection to a photograph has a genuine religious basis. In addition, §383.3(e)(1)(iii) and authorizes Alaska to dispense with a photograph on its CDL.